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In this documentary, filmmaker Werner Herzog examines his friendship and working relationship with actor Klaus Kinski. The two frequently collaborated and made five films together. Herzog shows how infuriating Kinski could be with his temper and stubborness, but also show his admiration for the intensity and commitment that Kinski could bring to the screen as well as his appreciation of him as a person despite their differences.

Documentary
NR
| 1999 | 1 hr 35 min | 7.9/10 | 70/100
Cast
Werner Herzog, Claudia Cardinale, Justo González, Paul Hittscher
Studio
New Yorker Films
Director
Werner Herzog
Language
English
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